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Mentioned in 96 episodes

Creativity, Inc.

Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration

Book • 2001

Ed Catmull and Edwin E. Catmull and Amy Wallace

In this book, Ed Catmull shares insights on how to build and maintain a creative culture within an organization.

Drawing from his experiences at Pixar, Catmull discusses the importance of open communication, risk-taking, and protecting the creative process.

The book includes candid discussions, anecdotes about Pixar's film development, and lessons on managing innovation and creativity.

It emphasizes the need for a nurturing work environment and the importance of storytelling in business.

Mentioned by

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Michael Mauboussin

Mentioned in 96 episodes

Mentioned by

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as a book about Pixar and its management style.

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when discussing the Pixar brain trust and the process for sharing raw movie scenes and fostering a dynamic of trust.

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as a source of inspiration and insights into the challenges and rewards of building a successful company.

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for its insights into overcoming forces that hinder creativity in organizations.

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as a book that details Ed Catmull's management philosophy and his relationship with Steve Jobs.

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for its insights on creating a process around cultivating creativity.

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Mentioned by

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when discussing the dangers of overthinking, referencing Ed Catmull's insight on the topic.

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as a guide to overcoming unseen forces that hinder true inspiration.

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as a book detailing the creation of Pixar and its unique management style.

Mentioned by

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while discussing the impact of the order in which one learns things.

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for its insights into organizational diversity and mission.

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Mentioned by

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as an example in Founders Notes.

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as a book he is currently reading, focusing on Pixar's story.

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while discussing storytelling frameworks and the importance of understanding story arcs.

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as a book on managing creative teams.

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as an example of how random events can impact success.

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